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Broward County

#14 in Best Counties to Live in Florida
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • County in Florida
  • 84 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B
    2. Crime & Safety
      C
    3. Housing
      C-
    4. Nightlife
      A
    5. Good for Families
      B+
    6. Diversity
      A+
    7. Jobs
      B-
    8. Weather
      A
    9. Cost of Living
      C
    10. Health & Fitness
      A+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      B-
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    Broward County is located in Florida with a population of 1,890,416. Broward County is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Broward County offers residents a suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Broward County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Broward County and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Broward County are above average.
    Population
    1,890,416

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $223,400
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,271
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      38%
    • Own
      62%
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    Broward County Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      213.4
      282.7
    • Murder
      4.3
      6.1
    • Rape
      27.9
      40.7
    • Robbery
      125.8
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      417.2
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,180.4
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      300.9
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      12%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      8%
    • 25-34 years
      13%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      15%
    • 55-64 years
      13%
    • 65+ years
      16%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      11%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      20%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      30%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      27%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      11%
      13%

    Working in Broward County

    Jobs
    B-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $54,895
    National
    $55,322
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      Broward County Reviews

      84 reviews
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      Broward is a county that caters to everyone. People more geared towards leisure can head to our beautiful beaches and lounges. Or if you're more sports inclined there's lots of opportunities for watersports all year round. For those looking for more cultural immersive experiences there are tons of Caribbean and Latin American restaurants and various tight knit minority communities. And people falling in the LGBTQ+ community can find themselves having the time of their lives in our cities like Wilton Manors. The party doesn't stop in Broward, it's an incredibly diverse county anyone can find themselves enjoying.
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      Broward County is where I grew up and I still live today at 26 years old. This county, usually more towards the West side, is very safe; and it’s really well-maintained with an amazing schooling system for grade school, as well as the colleges in this area and/or near it. Broward College is excellent to get an AA or go to Nursing school and FAU to the North, or FIU to the south. I have been to a lot of places around the world helping the unfortunate, and there’s nothing like calm, quiet, friendly, and oh so green Broward County.
      I love broward county! I have everything I need close by! Grocery store, pharmacy and even local restaurants. You dont have to drive for miles to get what you need or want.